Hands free waste flap apparatus and method
US8080952B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 18, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 31, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65F1/1607
- WIPO fieldEnvironmental technology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and apparatus for an automated waste receptacle includes a waste flap, a motor positioned on a side of the waste flap and an actuator located in proximity of the top side of the waste flap. The actuator is configured to operate the motor and subsequently move the flap between open and closed positions.
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